Top 10 Outboard Oils

The rating of oils for two-stroke engines is opened by a representative of the Chinese company PATRIOT, semi-synthetic engine oil Super Active 2T, which is in high demand in the domestic market. The incredible popularity of this variety arose due to the craving of consumers for everything budgetary - the cost of a liter of Chinese semi-synthetics is comparable to the cost of autol, so often recalled by experienced anglers or owners of motor boats.

But such a rough comparison does not quite correctly reflect the essence of the PATRIOT Super Active 2T: its quality indicators are really worthy of praise. Despite not the most advanced formula, Chinese manufacturers managed to achieve a reduction in the level of carbon deposits on the pistons through the almost complete combustion of the oil in the mixture. But the main feature of the technical fluid from the "Patriots" is its versatility - at such a low price, this oil covers almost all special equipment, from outboard motors to motorcycles, snowmobiles and garden tools.

The Russian company Lukoil produces a wide range of motor oils. Including for boats using a two-stroke engine. All brands of this manufacturer are united by high quality and a complex set of additives. They are even here, although we have before us semi-synthetics, and made not from oil, but from gas.

As the experience of real users shows, the outboard motor does not smoke with this oil, and after operation there is practically no carbon deposits in the crankcase. Also, the lubricant has detergent qualities.For 2-stroke motors, this is not so important, but the very presence of such an ability already speaks of the quality of the product. As for the shortcomings, and, of course, they are here, first of all it is necessary to say about the price. Despite the fact that the product is Russian-made, it costs about the same as European brands, which is strange. Well, the neutral color is a little misleading, since it is impossible to assess the degree of dissolution of the lubricant in gasoline when mixing the fuel mixture.

This is a semi-synthetic motor oil, so many buyers initially do not expect much from it. But after use, they are satisfied and surprised. It turns out that the oil practically does not leave carbon deposits, that is, the degree of purification is very high. Accordingly, a 2-stroke outboard motor emits less smoke. The user rating on the marketplaces of the product is very high, and it is even higher than that of some much more famous manufacturers.

True, it was not without complaints. In particular, the oil is very poorly protected from fakes. There are no usual holograms and complicated stickers. Regular bottle. And if the product turns out to be counterfeit, you can hardly determine it. Yes, the brand is not the most popular, and the market is not littered with fakes, but the fact remains. In general, an excellent option for a two-stroke engine, especially considering the most attractive price tag. But this is a Japanese brand, and they, as you know, rarely please us with adequate pricing.

High-quality semi-synthetic oil from the monopolists of the technical fluids market for special equipment, demonstrating excellent performance in terms of environmental friendliness. Motul was pushed to the point of creating a "green" oil by environmentalists who called for limits on two-stroke use or the development of new quality standards. Since the main "feeder" of the French company is the production of technical fluids for special equipment, the option of limiting the use of such engines would mean inevitable death.

The special composition of the semi-synthetic fluid made it possible to significantly reduce its consumption for the creation of a fuel mixture, which naturally affected the economy. However, having won in the expense component, Motul prudently equalized costs with a price increase that discouraged regular buyers and led to some stagnation in demand.

The category leader in the two-stroke class is expectedly becoming a semi-synthetic engine oil from the German company LIQUI MOLY, which has excellent performance in the operating component. Despite all the specifics of oils for outboard motors, the Germans managed to create a really cool product. LIQUI MOLY 2-Takt-Motoroil has a low knock temperature threshold: something around 120 degrees Celsius. In this regard, combustion occurs more completely, intensively, and the harmful carbon deposits on the piston are formed in much smaller quantities. On the other hand, this entails good financial losses, since the intensive combustion of the technical fluid will require periodic topping up.

Thus, if the price indicator is at the forefront, it is worth considering the expediency of buying LIQUI MOLY 2-Takt-Motoroil. If placed in the category of key quality indicators, German oil will be the best choice, since the company's products are widely distributed in the secondary market and at official dealers.

It is no secret that the modern market is full of fakes, and often they are of such high quality that it is not possible to identify them. Well, you will not conduct laboratory tests every time. Therefore, manufacturers try to maximize the protection of their products from copying and use a variety of methods. Now we have the best oil in this regard. Counterfeit is almost impossible to find. There are a lot of nuances that distinguish the original from a fake: a few holograms, a serial tracked number, a complex label with a small flipped book. And even the bottle itself is multi-layered.

The quality of the product itself is top notch. The oil is certified for modern engines, so there are no restrictions on its use.It was developed specifically for water technology, and, as reviews show, the composition is of very high quality. The motor does not smoke. No deposits remain in the crankcase. And yes, the price is quite reasonable.

It is very difficult to compete in today's market, and it doesn't matter what product you produce. The Russian company Neo has taken the path of introducing innovative technologies, and those that competitors do not have. This innovation is called Neo Stream Atlantic or NSA for short. Its essence lies in the fact that unique additives perform all protective functions. They compensate for gaps if you have an old motor with mileage. Protect parts from corrosion and abrasion. But at the same time, the oil itself is cheaper than analogues.

And this is where you can argue. Even if this is the best oil, it can not be called budget. The price tag is comparable to top European brands, where the effectiveness has been proven over the years of use. There are very few reviews about this product yet, and those that are are extremely contradictory. Yes, it's good lube. There is little carbon deposits after it, and the engine does not smoke. It also works well with other oils, which is also convenient. Well, there are no fakes on the market yet. The brand is too young for them.

The French company Total is famous for oils with unique sets of additives. The composition is so complex and multifunctional that it is rarely used by competitors. Such oil will reliably protect your outboard motor, extend its service life and even wash if you have used a different lubricant before. This is the best solution in terms of active protection of parts.It is suitable for both new engines and worn ones.

Thanks to the magnetic molecules present in the composition, the lubricant reliably envelops the parts and partially compensates for the gaps formed over time. Note also the versatility of the composition. It is suitable for any motors, regardless of who they were produced by. The oil is on the lists of the most famous engine brands, that is, it is recommended by leading concerns such as Suzuki, Johnson and Mercury. Well, all this at a very attractive price. The main thing is not to run into a fake.

Quicksilver 4-Stroke Marine 10W-30 is an interesting semi-synthetic, which was widely used first in America, and then no less effectively moved to the domestic market. The uniqueness of this oil lies in the specific requirements for use. While in automobile engines lubrication of rubbing parts occurs under the action of high pressure, in boat engines oil is delivered only by splashing (which is facilitated by the presence of an immersion ring on the shaft). Under such conditions, for unhindered lubrication, the service fluid must be low enough in viscosity to ensure expansion even at low speeds. And with this task, Quicksilver 4-Stroke Marine 10W-30 copes, perhaps, better than the rest.

This oil is relatively inexpensive, which determines its high popularity.However, there is a problem of a different kind here: since the company is small and the production is limited, it is very difficult to find its products outside the dealer centers and official distributors.

Another representative of Motul becomes the undisputed leader of the rating, having recorded not only outstanding technical and operational, but also price indicators. It is at least stupid to challenge its leadership: one filling of oil is enough for a long time, there is no intense carbon deposits during combustion, and the cost of four-stroke semi-synthetics is not much higher than that of two-stroke engines.

Another feature of Outboard Tech 4T 10W30, which is so loved by users, is the complete safety of mixing oils of various kinds. This composition can be mixed with mineral or purely synthetic oil in any proportion, and this will not affect the functioning of the motor in any way.

In general, Outboard Tech 4T 10W30 can be considered the flagship not only of a single series, but of the entire motor oil market in the special equipment segment, since all the prerequisites for this are obvious.